"Live Leaderly" in pursuit of the greatest and most accessible habit in life.

Chriss discusses that leadership is an ongoing process that we undergo our whole lives. There's no single way to learn nor lead, and we will make mistakes along the way. You have to be willing to make those mistakes, learn, and grow if you want to be a leader.

Bob knew from a young age that he wanted to serve as Soldier. Every step of the way he learned leadership lessons, from showing initiative as a private, to preparing instructors, to mentoring future lieutenants. Leadership isn't just supervising tasks, it's about building teams and developing those around you.

Leadership isn't easy, and often times you have to make the hard decisions and have tough conversations. Although Matt is the leader on the court and in the classroom, he finds himself learning just as much, if not more, from those he leads. "If you become a teacher, by your pupils you'll be taught."

Derek has learned many leadership lessons over the years to include: don't assume ill-will and adapt your leadership to those around you. He also encourages everyone to find their passions and calling. Today Derek gets to combine two of his passions, medical technology and helping veterans, through the non-profit MedTechVets.

Whether on the football field or in the office, the best leaders set the right example for those around them. Andrew reflects on impactful leaders that followed through with what they said and also explained the impact of his work. You don't have to be in charge to lead through a work ethic that inspires those around you.

In elementary school, Lee found herself helping a classmate who got hurt during recess. That initiative and service to others has stayed with Lee throughout her journey from the military, in corporate America, and as a parent. Lee also emphasizes getting to know those around you; everyone is different and a strong leaders understand this and lead accordingly.

Along Francesca's journey in technology and consulting, she learned many lessons about leadership that she tries to pass forward to others: You have opinions and ideas you need to share, you can't always be nice but be polite, and try to analyze the reasons behind others' actions.

Steven learned early on that he needed to lead authentically instead of mimicking the leadership styles of other people. At the same time, you'll also find that not everyone responds to leadership in the same way. Be humble, be yourself, and be willing to adapt to lead others effectively.

After a 20+ year career teaching and coaching in high school, Curt now teaches leadership to the grownup version of those kids in our state legislatures. Curt has learned in both settings that with a spectrum of personalities, you need strong emotional intelligence to read others and lead different groups of people.

Fundamental to being a good leader is just being a good person. That's what Blake has focused on throughout his life, whether as a big brother, a team captain, or leader in Greek Life.  When you are always trying to make those around you better, leadership becomes your everyday. 

After moving to the U.S. from Puerto Rico, Walter struggled to learn the language while also trying to fit in during high school. Walter took chances and grew from opportunities in college, the Navy, and in the medical industry. Throughout his journey, Walter admired the leaders that took the time to get to know him as a person and has done the same whenever called upon to lead.

Whether in the Marine Corps, at a bakery, or in software, Laura always learned the jobs of her team members to understand their challenges and step in when she was needed. Keep learning and stand side by side with your team so they know they can count on and trust their leader when times get tough.

Doing what's right isn't always the easiest, and for Jordan, it's a habit that is essential to leadership. As Jordan prepares for his career as an Apache pilot, he reflects back on his experiences in high school, ROTC, and on the football field. Somebody is looking to you as an example, so make sure you're always doing what's right and doing your best.

There's a simplicity in sports that makes you grow as a leader and as a person. Just by establishing the rules on the court as a kid, you're being a leader. Through Soldiers to Sidelines, Will and team are helping veterans continue leading by coaching the sports we love at all levels.

Between her days as the bossy director of neighborhood plays to overseeing heavy haul wind turbine safety, Jamie has learned that humility, curiosity, and having an open mind are key to improving as a leader. However, Jamie also stresses the importance of mental and emotional downtime. That's when you can personally reflect and digest your lessons from the past.

Watching in awe at the air show as a 2 year old, Sean would later become a pilot himself looking down from the skies. Today with Resolve Solutions, Sean and his team help young people reach their dreams through military college scholarships, helping build stronger communities through committed leaders.

Lori has found that whether you're in the desert with a Patriot missile system or on a basketball court with beginners, you can always ask "What do you need from me?" What can you do to prepare and develop others? Leadership is a mindset of helping others, and that's a mindset anyone can have.

From his days on the football field to his ascension through leadership roles, Mike has always found listening to others essential to succeeding as a team. You can't have all the answers as a leader, but listening to truly understand is how you can gather the information for best decisions. If you can listen, you can lead. Don't sell yourself short.

From her days directing short films to her current role in digital media, Kristel has experienced many successes, but also many failures. But she's learned that it's okay to fail, as long as you continue to learn and get better. Be kind to yourself and use the 5x5 rule - you've got this!

From lugging rocks in the Philippines, to leading troops in combat, to fatherhood,  Albert has led by example all his life. People believed in him when he didn't, and now Albert passes that forward to others. You have it in you - sometimes it just takes a little bit of encouragement to realize it.

When he was empowered with great responsibility, John felt trusted and motivated to live up to his bosses' expectations and go that extra mile. From Bahrain, San Diego, Italy and the seas in between, John has passed that empowerment forward to others. It's rewarding feeling to help others reach their potential through a trusting environment.

Ike used to avoid leadership roles and responsibilities until he realized these opportunities were seeking him. It can be scary to lead others in ambiguity when you don't have all the answers, but Ike found he was much stronger and more capable than he thought. Take your leap, take the plunge - you will learn and grow so much more than you know.

Gearing up for her career as an Air Force intelligence officer, Fatoumata has learned through various roles at VMI that people and relationships are the key to leadership - treat others the way you want to be treated. And in a time when we're always on our phones, make sure you're also taking care of yourself in addition to taking care of the people in your life.

Growing up, Sandeep lived in 5 different countries before coming to the United States. He has overcome his share of challenges and hurdles and now encourages others to appreciate their journey, especially through mindfulness. Leadership, just like mindfulness, is a habit that you can exercise and strengthen everyday.

Originally a rebellious kid from Long Island, Joan would later find herself setting a calm tempo for her team during the Fukushima nuclear disaster. Through her journey of twists and turns and her own hurdles, Joan gained an enthusiasm for learning and a empathy for others who may be struggling in their own lives.